Saatva Solaire Mattress Review – Adjustable Comfort?

Written by Marten Carlson, Mattress and Sleep Product Reviewer

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I’ll be discussing the Saatva Solaire mattress, an adjustable bed with inflatable air pockets that control its firmness level.

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If you have trouble determining what firmness level you want, or you sleep with a partner who has different sleeping preferences, it might be worth considering the Saatva Solaire mattress.

The Solaire is an air bed with adjustable firmness levels. A remote control allows people to inflate and deflate the air chambers to find the desired amount of comfort and support.

I personally tested the Saatva Solaire mattress, and in this unbiased review, I will cover everything you should know. Keep reading to learn more about its construction, value, comfort, support, breathability, edge support, motion isolation, durability and more.

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Saatva Solaire Mattress Review: General Overview

All of Saatva’s mattresses are made with high-quality and durable materials. The company sells a variety of beds, including the Loom & Leaf, Saatva HD and Saatva Youth.

The Saatva Solaire, however, is the brand’s most luxurious mattress. On this bed, you can choose between 50 different firmness options. You can opt for a Standard or Upper-Flex model. While each one allows you to adjust both sides for firmness, the Upper-Flex lets you raise and lower each side with an adjustable base.

These high-end features make it one of the best customizable mattresses on the market. But is this the right mattress for you? Let’s find out!

Pros of the Saatva Solaire Mattress

• On queen size mattresses and larger, you can easily adjust the firmness level on each side of the bed. This is great news for couples, because each person can make the bed feel the way they want it to. 
• It works well for lightweight and average weight sleepers, because firmness levels range from soft to firm. 
• It pairs with the Saatva adjustable base, which allows for even more customization options. 

Cons of the Saatva Solaire Mattress

• Side sleepers who weigh more than 230 lb won’t get the necessary support. If you fall in this category, you may want to consider getting the Saatva HD mattress. 
• It doesn’t dissipate body heat exceptionally well, so if you tend to run hot at night, you may want to consider getting one of the best cooling mattresses. 
• Because it has so many high-tech features, it costs more than traditional mattresses. 

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Note: Looking for a mattress that sleeps cooler? Check out our Best Cooling Mattresses for options with cooling features and great airflow.

Note: Motion transfer is beneficial for those who share the bed and don’t want to be woken up by another’s movements. Looking for a mattress that better absorbs motion? Check out our Best Mattresses for Couples.

Saatva Solaire Mattress Firmness and Feel

When reviewing mattresses, I always pay close attention to firmness levels and feel. Let’s dive deeper into this unique adjustable mattress.

How Firm is the Saatva Solaire Mattress?

Mattress Clarity’s firmness scale ranges from 1-10, with 6.5/10 representing the industry standard of medium-firm. Given that people can adjust the firmness on the Solaire, I can’t really give one firmness assessment for the mattress. However, I can speak to the range. At its softest, the Solaire felt like a 5.5/10 to me. At its firmest, the Solaire felt like an 8/10. In the end, I saw about a three-point range of firmness.

Choose The 1–20 Range If:	Choose The 21–39 Range If:	Choose The 40–50 Range If:
– You are a lightweight sleeper   – You are a side sleeper who needs extra pressure relief	– You are a heavier side sleeper   – You are an average weight back sleeper	– You are a heavier back sleeper   – You are a stomach sleeper

Sleeping on the Saatva Solaire Mattress

Because of its air bed design, I was able to adjust the firmness to fit my sleeping position. This was my experience:

While sleeping on my back, I took the mattress down to about 40/50. My hips sunk into the top comfort layer, but then I felt the support of the air chambers below that. With this firmness, it felt like a good mattress for back sleepers.

Moving to my side, I adjusted the mattress to 20/50. Even at this very soft setting, I still felt some firmness on my shoulders and hips. While I think lighter people should feel nice pressure relief when side sleeping, heavier people might feel some pressure.

When I slept on my stomach, I set the Solaire to its firmest setting. I didn’t feel my hips sink into the top layer, and the mattress properly supported me. It should indeed be a good mattress for stomach sleepers.

What Does the Saatva Solaire Mattress Feel Like?

The mattress has a pillow top feel with a bit of memory foam softness beneath that. There is also some latex in the top few layers, which adds a bit of bounce, so it shouldn’t be difficult to move around on the mattress or switch positions at night.

Sleeper Weight	Back Sleepers	Side Sleepers	Stomach Sleepers
Lightweight (Under 130 lb)	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent
Average (130 – 230 lb)	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent
Heavyweight (Over 230 lb)	Excellent	Fair	Good

Saatva Solaire Mattress Construction

Let’s peel back the covers and take a look inside the Saatva Solaire. Here’s what this mattress is made of:

Cover

The Solaire’s cover is 100% cotton and tufted with comfort foam for added softness and pressure relief.

Comfort Layers

The next layer consists of 2” of gel-infused memory foam, which offers great pressure relief and body contouring.

Then there is 1” of Talalay latex, which is a durable material that also gives the mattress some bounce and prevents sleepers from sinking too far into the mattress. This isn’t a latex mattress per se, but this material does affect the bed’s overall feel.

This is followed by a thin moisture barrier.

Support Layer

Next, there are the vulcanized air chambers, which are surrounded by a foam encasement. Each air chamber is made of vulcanized rubber, which is meant to fight air leakage. On many other adjustable mattresses, the air inflator sits outside of the bed. But on the Saatva Solaire, the air inflator is built into the front of the mattress.

For additional support, there’s a 1” five-zoned foam support layer at the bottom.

Mattress Height

The Saatva Solaire is 13″ tall–a little bit taller than average mattresses.

Saatva Solaire Mattress Size Options and Price

Curious about size options and pricing? Take a look at our chart below!

Note: Prices reflect the Saatva Solaire mattress only. An adjustable base is available for an additional cost.

Size	Dimensions	Price
Twin XL	38″ x 80″	$3295.00
Full	54” x 75”	$4095.00
Queen	60″ x 80″	$4495.00
King	76″ x 80″	$5295.00
Split King	Two 38″ x 80″ pieces	$6590.00
California King	72″ x 84″	$5295.00
Split California King	Two 36″ x 84″ pieces	$6590.00

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Saatva Solaire Mattress

The Saatva Solaire is a very comfortable mattress with adjustable firmness. It is a great fit for light- and medium-weight people of any sleeping position.

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Mattress Clarity Score

4.40 / 5.0

Saatva Solaire Mattress Performance

We know about the Solaire’s impressive features and construction, but how well does it perform overall? Keep reading to learn more about its cooling features, motion transfer, edge support, durability and more.

Sleeping Hot or Cold

The Saatva Solaire has many features that help people sleep cool, such as the gel-infused memory foam and breathable latex. But even so, particularly hot sleepers may still feel a bit stuffy and uncomfortable because the air chambers tend to trap body heat. Take a look at our list of the best cooling mattresses for some more options. 

Motion Transfer

If you share a bed with a partner, you’ll want to pay close attention to your bed’s motion transfer. Will the Solaire isolate your partner’s movements, or will you feel their movements on your side of the bed? To test out the Solaire’s motion transfer, I placed a glass of water on the mattress and pressed into the surrounding area–the water was only barely disturbed. Overall, the Solaire isolates motion well and is one of the best mattresses for couples.

Edge Support

If someone sleeps with a partner, they will want to know how much of the mattress they can utilize. Can they sit or sleep near the edge securely, or will they feel like they’re going to roll off?

The edge support will, of course, depend on which firmness people choose. That said, there is a foam encasement that surrounds the air chambers and adds a base level of edge support.

I adjusted the mattress to its firmest setting and sat near the edge. I felt very secure while sitting down and did not feel like I was going to fall forward. When I rested near the edge, I did not feel like I was going to roll off the bed. Overall, the Solaire has very good edge support.

Durability

The Saatva Solaire is made with high-quality materials, so it should have a long lifespan. We expect this mattress to last at least 10 years.

Off-gassing

Because the Saatva Solaire is never compressed into a cardboard box, it doesn’t off-gas. You can sleep on this mattress right away, and you won’t notice any chemical smell. 

Noise

When testing the Saatva Solaire, I did not hear any significant noise. Overall, this is a very quiet mattress.

Sex

Couples looking for a good mattress for sex typically want something that’s responsive and easy to move around on. Because the Saatva Solaire has a bouncy feel, this is a great mattress for getting intimate.

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Saatva Solaire Company Policies

Before buying a new mattress, we always recommend looking at the fine print. Below, we’ve outlined Saatva Solaire’s warranty information, sleep trial period and return policy.

Warranty

The Saatva Solaire is backed by a lifetime warranty, which covers defects in workmanship and materials. 

Sleep Trial

Saatva’s sleep trial period is 365 days long.

Return Policy

Customers can return their Saatva Solaire for a full refund during the 365-night sleep trial period. Saatva does charge a $99 transportation fee on all returns, however.

Common Saatva Solaire Mattress Complaints

Though there are many positive Saatva reviews, it’s not uncommon to find some negative feedback. Most of the time, customer complaints are about Saatva’s return policy. Though you can get a full refund for your order within the 365-night sleep trial period, Saatva does charge a $99 fee to pick up the old mattress. This policy is clearly stated online, and we always encourage shoppers to thoroughly read the fine print before purchasing a new mattress.

How Does Saatva Solaire Mattress Compare to Others?

When shopping for a new mattress, you usually don’t want to look at only one brand. Let’s take a moment to see how the Saatva Solaire compares to other popular beds on the market.

And if you need more in-depth information, head over to our Saatva mattress comparisons page.

• Sleep Number 360 c2 Smart Mattress – Best for hot sleepers
• Helix Midnight Mattress – Affordable option
• Brooklyn Bedding Titan Plus Luxe – Best for heavier bodies

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	Saatva Solaire Mattress	Sleep Number 360 c2 Smart Mattress	Helix Midnight Mattress	Brooklyn Bedding Titan Plus Luxe
Rating	4.4/5	3.7/5	4.1/5	4.3/5
Firmness	Multiple firmness options	Multiple firmness options	Medium-firm: 7/10	Medium-firm: 6.5/10
Material	Other	Other	Hybrid	Hybrid
Cooling		—	—	—
Best For	Couples, Hot Sleepers, Side Sleepers	Back Sleepers	Couples, Back Sleepers, Side Sleepers	Side Sleepers, Back Sleepers
	Check Price	Check Price	Check Price	Check Price
		Read Review	Read Review	Read Review

Saatva Solaire vs Sleep Number

The Saatva Solaire and Sleep Number mattresses are both adjustable air beds. Sleep Number, however, makes seven different models in this category. Additionally, all Sleep Number beds have SleepIQ technology that monitors sleep quality throughout the night. Both beds offer plenty of support and pressure relief, so they’re good options for a variety of different sleepers.

Because of their advanced features, many Sleep Number beds cost more than the Saatva Solaire. Those who tend to sleep hot at night will want to choose one of Sleep Number’s Innovation Series beds.

Who Should Choose the Saatva Solaire Mattress?	Who Should Choose the Sleep Number Mattress?
Those who want to save a bit of money	Those who want to monitor their sleep quality at night
	People who want more bedding options

Saatva Solaire vs Helix Midnight

The biggest difference between the Saatva Solaire and Helix Midnight is construction. The Solaire is an adjustable air mattress, and the Helix Midnight is a hybrid mattress made with coils and foam.

Though it doesn’t allow sleepers to personalize its firmness level with a push of a button, the Helix Midnight does offer many customization options. It’s available in a wide range of firmness levels, and customers can choose to add more cooling features and purchase a plush pillow top.

The Helix is a better option for those on a budget. The Saatva Solaire costs more money, but it’s a higher-end option.

Who Should Choose the Saatva Solaire Mattress?	Who Should Choose the Helix Mattress?
Those who want an adjustable air mattress	Those who want to save a bit of money
Those who want a higher-end mattress	Those who prefer a more traditional hybrid mattress construction

Final Thoughts

The Saatva Solaire is an adjustable mattress with foam layers on top and air chambers on the bottom. With the touch of a button, you can adjust how much air sits inside these chambers and make your bed feel firmer or softer. If you order a queen size bed or larger, the mattress will come with two air chambers. This is great for couples, because it allows each person to adjust the firmness level on their side of the bed. 

The Saatva Solaire works well for a variety of people, but heavier side sleepers may not get the pressure relief they need. And because the Saatva Solaire mattress contains so many high-end materials, it costs more than many other beds on the market. If you’re on a tight budget, you may want to consider getting one of the best cheap mattresses. 

Saatva Solaire Mattress FAQs

Can I flip the Saatva Solaire mattress?

No, the Saatva Solaire is not a flippable mattress. It is designed with specialty air chambers and comfort layers, so flipping it wouldn’t work.

How long will the Saatva Solaire mattress last?

Because it is made with high-end and durable materials, we expect the Saatva Solaire mattress to last at least 10 years.

What if I don’t like my Saatva Solaire mattress?

If you decide you don’t like your Saatva Solaire mattress during the 365-night sleep trial period, you can return it for a full refund. Please note: Saatva does charge a $99 transportation fee for picking up the old mattress.